Joanne Alexander, AASW
Compassionate family and child therapist
- Family and parenting specialist
- Trauma-informed care
- AASW accredited
About Joanne Alexander
Joanne Alexander, AASW (Australian Association of Social Workers), is a warm and compassionate therapist with 14 years of experience supporting children, young people, and families through challenging and often complex situations. She specialises in family therapy, child and adolescent mental health, and parenting skills development, bringing a trauma-informed perspective that places the childâs voice, safety, and wellbeing at the centre of care.
Joanne emphasises the importance of authentic, trusting relationships as the foundation of effective therapy. She works collaboratively with families to recognise strengths, build confidence, and restore stability and connection, using approaches suited to stress, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting difficulties, and a range of attachment and family issues. Her practice also addresses mood disorders, panic attacks, social anxiety, self-harm, and challenges faced by young adults and women.
Outside of her professional role, Joanne is a mother to an 11-year-old neuro sparkle child and shares a busy household with a labradoodle named Finn and a ginger cat called Obe-wan. She enjoys reading, spending time in nature, and is learning cake decorating, while remaining focused on supportive, practical work with families and individuals.
Joanne emphasises the importance of authentic, trusting relationships as the foundation of effective therapy. She works collaboratively with families to recognise strengths, build confidence, and restore stability and connection, using approaches suited to stress, anxiety, depression, anger, parenting difficulties, and a range of attachment and family issues. Her practice also addresses mood disorders, panic attacks, social anxiety, self-harm, and challenges faced by young adults and women.
Outside of her professional role, Joanne is a mother to an 11-year-old neuro sparkle child and shares a busy household with a labradoodle named Finn and a ginger cat called Obe-wan. She enjoys reading, spending time in nature, and is learning cake decorating, while remaining focused on supportive, practical work with families and individuals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Joanne Alexander have?
Joanne has 14 years of experience working with children, young people, and families.
Is Joanne Alexander a licensed therapist?
Yes. Joanne holds AASW, which refers to the Australian Association of Social Workers.
In which languages does Joanne Alexander provide therapy?
Joanne provides therapy in English.
Where is Joanne Alexander located?
Joanne is located in Australia.
How can I work with Joanne Alexander as my therapist?
You can work with Joanne through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Joanne Alexander work with international clients?
Joanne does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joanne Alexander cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Joanne. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Family and Youth Care
Joanne commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support children, young people, and families. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, empathetic space where clients feel heard and understood, which helps strengthen relationships and build confidence in parenting and family dynamics. CBT explores the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to help manage anxiety, depression, panic, and unhelpful patterns of thinking. DBT teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication, which can be especially useful for anger, self-harm tendencies, mood instability, and complex interpersonal issues.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself, and Joanne collaborates with each client to identify the best fit based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods as therapy progresses so the approach remains practical and relevant.
Online therapy with Joanne is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy families and young people. These options make it easier to access regular support, fit sessions around school and work, and maintain continuity of care even when in-person visits are difficult, while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to deliver focused, goal-oriented work.